Championing public lands
ADK advocates for responsible outdoor recreation, outdoor recreation education, stewardship of public lands, and recreation infrastructure, including sustainable trail construction and maintenance. Through these efforts, we are growing an inclusive stewardship community that supports the safe and ethical use and conservation of New York’s wild lands and waters.
What we’re working on
ADK champions initiatives that protect natural resources and expand access to the outdoors. Explore key policy efforts underway today.
Visitor Use Management
ADK supports and applauds DEC’s science-based efforts to help ensure the protection of resources, improving safety, and enhancing visitor experience.
Climate Action Now!
We need to continue to let those who represent us in Washington, D.C., know we care and that we support continued action to combat climate change.
Public Lands Under Threat
Our public lands are under threat, across the country and right here in New York. Together, we can defend the places that shape our landscape.
Environmental Protection Fund
Established in 1993, the Fund is New York State’s dedicated source of funding for critical environmental programs that protect what we love about New York – our clean drinking water, our magnificent parks, and our family farms.
